Photo Credit: TikTokAn electrification creator on TikTok is getting honest about how much his Tesla Cybertruck has depreciated after two years of ownership and admits why he will likely never get rid of it. Here's what to knowIn a short video, creator Jeremy Judkins (@jeremyjudkins2) explained he had put 25,000 miles on his Foundation Series Tesla Cybertruck since buying it for $100,000.After taking the Cybertruck to the dealership, the creator showed it was worth just over $73,000, a far cry from the six figures he bought it for. AdvertisementAdvertisementDespite the significant drop, Judkins explained he is holding onto the vehicle for its software, not just the truck itself. According to Judkins, Tesla's self-driving services are, in most models, based on a subscription service that can cost $99 a month. However, when he bought his Cybertruck, it came with Full Self-Driving, no subscription required. "In a world where everything feels like a subscription, it's just so refreshing to own full self driving," he said, suggesting that replacing the truck with a newer vehicle could mean taking on ongoing software fees instead.More backgroundResale value is a major part of total ownership cost, especially for expensive EVs. Buyers are not just weighing sticker price — they are also considering what they might get back later if they trade in, upgrade, or switch models.AdvertisementAdvertisementFor drivers considering an electric truck, that calculation can go beyond depreciation. EVs can also reduce spending on gasoline and often require less routine maintenance than gas-powered trucks because they have fewer moving parts.The Cybertruck conversation is especially heated because the vehicle is polarizing, high-profile, and expensive.So the debate here was about more than used-truck pricing alone; it also hinged on whether built-in software should be treated as part of the vehicle's overall value.Premium features may matter a lot to the owner who uses them every day, but dealers and wholesalers may not recognize those features when pricing a trade-in.AdvertisementAdvertisementGet TCD's free newsletters for easy tips, smart advice, and a chance to earn $5,000 toward home upgrades. To see more stories like this one, change your Google preferences here.